What do Amelia Earhart, Flight MH370, and D.B. Cooper have in common? They all boarded aircraft that took off—but never truly came back.
In Flights of No Return, aviation writer Steven A. Ruffin explores over two centuries of mysterious, tragic, and often bizarre air journeys that ended in disappearance or disaster. From failed balloon expeditions and mid-air vanishings to wartime crashes and modern enigmas, Ruffin dives into the haunting true stories of pilots, passengers, and planes that never made it home.
This compelling collection draws from historical archives and eyewitness accounts, covering famous cases like the Hindenburg and lesser-known disappearances. Perfect for aviation buffs, mystery lovers, or anyone fascinated by the unexplained, this book is a gripping entry point into the darker corners of flight history.
Includes accounts of: • The doomed journey of l’Oiseau Blanc • The eerie ghost stories of Eastern Airlines Flight 401 • The Red Baron’s final moments • The Challenger disaster • And many more unsettling aviation tales
